What's The Rusch
Episodes
Jay Petervary, Part 2: Listening to the Trail: Lessons from the ITI | EP40
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This is Part 2 of Rebecca’s conversation with Jay Petervary, recorded just days after his 13th attempt at the Iditarod Trail Invitational (ITI) in A...
Ride Forward: The Art of Endurance with Jay Petervary | EP39
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch welcomes ultra-endurance cycling legend Jay Petervary for a conversation that moves far beyond fi...
Birthday Episode 3: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science - What’s the Rusch
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of our birthday series, Rebecca Rusch explores how timeless wisdom and cutting-edge science come together to help us grow, heal, ...
Birthday Episode 2: Redefining Success & Identity | EP37
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this second episode of our special birthday series, Rebecca Rusch explores the theme of redefining success and identity. Over the past year, What’...
Birthday Episode 1: Embracing Vulnerability - What’s the Rusch | EP36
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary:To celebrate one year of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch brings together some of the most honest and courageous moments from the pas...
Wild Resilience: From Surviving to Thriving with Dr. Jaimie Lusk | EP35
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Episode SummaryIn this episode, Rebecca welcomes Dr. Jaimie Lusk, a Marine Corps veteran, clinical psychologist, and endurance athlete, whose life’s...
Fly Always: Kaya Turski on Identity, Surrender, and Starting Over | EP34
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kaya Turski’s story isn’t just about medals or firsts, it’s about what happens when the thing you love most gets taken away, and you’re forced...
Wild Wonder with Craig Childs | EP33
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca welcomes explorer-author Craig Childs, a man whose life is spent listening deeply to the land. Known fo...
Flow Follows Focus with Steven Kotler | EP32
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Rebecca welcomes her friend, author, and legendary peak-performance researcher Steven Kotler for a conversation that weaves together ...
Never Done Becoming with Cam Wurf | EP32
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This conversation with Cam Wurf is a deep dive into the mindset, curiosity, and longevity of one of the most relentlessly adaptable athletes on the pl...
From Rapids to Stillness: Rush Sturges on Healing Through Nature and Creativity | EP31
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca dives into the deep currents of creativity, purpose, and healing with legendary kayaker, filmmaker, and...
Making Humans More Human: The Future of Performance with Dr. Andy Walshe | EP30
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this illuminating conversation, Rebecca reconnects with one of her most influential mentors and longtime collaborators, Dr. Andy Walshe — a pione...
Why We’re Wired to Seek Challenge with Alex Hutchinson | EP29
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch digs into the science—and soul—of exploration with journalist and bestselling author Alex Hut...
Rebuilding from the Inside Out with Caroline Buchanan | EP28
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca Rusch connects with two-time Olympian and eight-time world champion Caroline Buchanan for a powerful conversation about reinvention, resilienc...
Risk, Resilience & Partnership in the Mountains with Emily Harrington & Adrian Ballinger | EP27
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca sits down with one of climbing’s most accomplished couples—Emily Harrington and Adrian Ballinger. F...
Healing, Reinvention & Riding Forward with Anneke Beerten | EP26
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca reconnects with longtime teammate and multi-time world champion Anneke Beerten. From he...
Good for a Girl: Redefining Women’s Sport with Lauren Fleshman | EP25
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca welcomes Lauren Fleshman—former professional runner, coach, author of the bestselling book G...
Pushing Boundaries & Finding Balance with Michelle Parker | EP24
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch and freeskiing icon Michelle Parker explore what happens when your identity is deeply tied to per...
Risk, Mindset, and Training for Life with Kate Courtney | EP23
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch is joined by mountain biking phenom and SheSends founder Kate Courtney for an honest, high-vibrat...
Belonging & Boldness with Mirna Valerio | EP22
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and illuminating episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebeccas has the JOY of talking with her friend, Mirna Valerio—known to many as Th...
Begin Again: Teddi Dean on Identity, Meditation & the Slowing Down | EP21
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch shares an expansive and grounding conversation with former professional skateboarder turned artis...
The Uninvited: Grief, Grit, and Giving Back with Jess Kimura | EP20
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this raw and fearless episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch is joined by legendary snowboarder, filmmaker, and community builder Jess Kimura...
Built for More: Gabby Reece on Strength, Surrender & Self-Definition | EP19
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this rich and wide-ranging episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch welcomes beach volleyball legend, author, entrepreneur, and wellness icon G...
Claiming Space: Identity, Endurance, and Coming Home | EP18
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch shares space with ultra-endurance cyclist, storyteller, and Indigenous athlete Alexandera Houchin for a...
Redefining Enough with Melissa Arnot Reid | EP17
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This special episode of What’s the Rusch, comes to you live from the main Ideas stage at Outside Festival. Rebecca Rusch shares the stage with frien...
The Courage to Fail: Diana Nyad on Endurance and the Power of the Human Spirit | EP16
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This powerful in-person episode of What’s the Rusch was recorded live at the Outside Festival in Denver, where Rebecca Rusch is joined by legendary ...
Running Towards Identity: Dr. Hebah Hefzy on Faith, Motherhood, and Representation | EP15
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch shares an intimate and inspiring conversation with Dr. Hebah Hefzy—a neurologist, mother of thr...
Claiming Creativity, Ditching Perfection, and Living Fully with Lisa Congdon | EP14
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this vibrant episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch welcomes artist, writer, cyclist, and creative trailblazer Lisa Congdon. Known for her bo...
Depth Over Distance: Travis Macy on Family, Identity & Redefining Success | EP13
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca reconnects with longtime friend and fellow endurance athlete Travis Macy. Known for his career in ultra...
Living Your Legacy: Corey Rich on Storytelling, Purpose, and Community | EP12
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch connects with her longtime friend, world-renowned photographer and filmmaker Corey Rich. Known fo...
Cultivating Performance Culture and Community with Allen Lim | EP11
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply insightful episode of What's the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with Dr. Allen Lim, renowned sports scientist, entrepreneur, coach...
The Modern Mobilizer: Maureen Kolenyo’s Path to Global Impact | EP10
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of What’s the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with Maureen Kolenyo, Regional Director of East Africa for World Bicycle...
Beyond the Lens and Into the Light with Chris Burkard | EP9
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply introspective episode of What's the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with world-renowned photographer, explorer, and endurance athle...
Healing Through Nature & Heartbreak with Florence Williams | EP8
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply insightful episode of What’s the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with acclaimed science writer and nature advocate Florence Willi...
Concussions, Competition, Courage with Haley Batten | EP7
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What's the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with Haley Batten, a world-class mountain biker and Olympic silver medalist, to expl...
Butterfly in a Blizzard: with Kimmy Fasani | EP6
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of What’s the Rusch, host Rebecca Rusch sits down with pioneering snowboarder, entrepreneur, and mother, Kimmy Fasani. Kimm...
Resilience and The Art of Letting Go with Cory Richards | EP5
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of What’s the Rusch, Rebecca sits down with world-renowned photographer, adventurer, mental health advocate, and storyteller Cory Ri...
The Midlife Chrysalis: with Chip Conley & Christine Sperber | EP4
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca Rusch welcomes Chip Conley and Christine Sperber, co-founders of Modern Elder Academy (MEA), the world's first midlife wisdom school. This ins...
The Science of Support: Dr. Stacy Sims on Community, Crisis, and Her Own Survival | EP3
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and intimate conversation, Rebecca Rusch sits down with renowned scientist and women's performance expert Dr. Stacy Sims. Together th...
Disruption, Durability, Dialog: With Juliet and Kelly Starrett
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this revealing episode of What's the Rusch, Rebecca sits down with fitness pioneers Kelly and Juliet Starrett to strip away the polished exterior o...
The Approval Trap: The Dark Side of Success | EP1
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inaugural episode of What's the Rusch, Rebecca Rusch sits down with renowned performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais for an intimate conv...
At The Trailhead
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the inaugural episode of 'What's the Rush' podcast, "At the Trailhead", Rebecca Rusch shares her journey of how this all began, as a world champion...